The Nantucket Guest House

A breathtaking view over a cobalt blue ocean while breathing champagne air is what guests can expect when visiting The Nantucket Guest House. Situated in Hermanus, the land based whale watching capitol of the world, a mere 90 minutes drive from Cape Town. This luxurious destination offers extraordinary biodiversity with a variety of outdoor and adventure activities.

Lounging on private balconies visitors to Nantucket can revel in the antics of the whales while indulging in crayfish fresh from the sea, sipping crisp wine from a local winemakers in the nearby Hemel n Aarde valley. Bask on the sun-drenched pool deck at the foot of the majestic mountain, or have a barbeque while the African sun sinks into the Atlantic Ocean or simply relax in the lounge with a great book or movie.

The Nantucket Guest House prides itself for having minimal impact on the environment, closely following the philosophy of touching the earth lightly. We invite you to enjoy traditional hospitality while living your dreams in a place where the ocean touch the sky.

Accommodation at The Nantucket Guest House:The Arabesque RoomThe Arabesque Room is both exotic and atmospheric and is tastefully furnished with Egyptian antiquities. The Arabesque boasts the largest room in the house and also leads directly onto the pool-deck and includes magical mountain views.

The Sea Shepherd RoomThe Sea Shepherd room is the epitome of tranquility. The Sea Shepherd is ideal for relaxation and offers a spacious balcony with table and chairs and sweeping ocean and lagoon views.

The Fynbos RoomThe Fynbos is a room that has sweeping views of the flora outside against the slope of the Olifantsberg mountain range. It offers a tranquil weekend away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The Shanghai RoomThe Shanghai Room is eclectically decorated in Chinese antiquities up to the mid-century modern period, with magnificent views the shanghai room has a distinctly oriental flavour and offers direct access to the pool-deck.

The Ganesh RoomThe Ganesh Room is eclectically decorated in exotic, warm and incandescent flavours taking you on a passage to India. The Ganesh offers a spacious balcony with table and seating where you can enjoy spectacular in-your-face mountain views.

The Heaven and Earth RoomThe Heaven and Earth room lets you experience the majestic union between heaven and nature with views from within this room. Heaven and Earth offers sensational mountain scenery from it`s balcony.

The Nantucket Guest House Activities:

Activities include boat based whale watching, shark cage diving, hiking in botanical gardens, birding, interactive cultural experiences, wine tasting on one of our three local wine routes, visiting a local gourmet cheese farm and another million unforgettable experiences.

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Other Accommodation near The Nantucket Guest House:

Villa Blu Guest House offers barefoot luxury and comfort. Some refer to it as "rustic chic". You feel relaxed enough to come and enjoy breakfast in your beach wear, yet you will enjoy a five star breakfast and super views from the deck.

Lavender Manor offers spectacular sea views and warm, relaxed hospitality. Overlooking famous Grotto Beach and the whale sanctuary of Walker Bay, you are within two minutes walk of the magnificent beaches and the scenic cliff path.

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